Grimoire Groves

Release Date: March 4, 2025

Adventure, fantasy, farm, RPG elements, action adventure, cozy game, singleplayer

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A cozy action adventure game with RPG and roguelike elements. In Grimoire Groves we end up in the titular magical grove, playing as a young witch named Primrose. The game offers an original combat system, forcing us to use a watering can on enemies with the help of specific spells and elemental powers.

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Grimoire Groves is an action-adventure game with RPG and roguelike elements. It was developed by the Swiss studio Stardust.

Story

Grimoire Groves takes us to the titular grove that is home to both magical creatures and plants, as well as witches. When the main heroine, the young witch Primrose, arrives here, it turns out that this place has lost its former glow. Most of the forest spirits and creatures living in it have disappeared.

The protagonist decides to do everything in her power to restore his former glory and our hope is that she succeeds. Somewhat incidentally, she will discover the most mysterious object in the world's history, namely the legendary Rainbow Socks.

Gameplay

In Grimoire Groves we watch the action from a bird's eye view.

Work in the grove

During the gameplay, we explore the titular grove, getting to know the characters and creatures that inhabit it. Working towards restoring it to its original state involves the need to do quests, discover spells based on the four elements, collect fruits, search for forest spirits, as well as cultivate plant creatures. Our protagonist also has her home here and the decorations she uses provide it with various upgrades.

Agricultural struggle

The game offers an unusual "combat" system, combined with agricultural elements. During confrontations with forest creatures, Primrose uses a magical watering can to cast spells, thereby somewhat "watering" the opponents with the energy of her spells.

On the way, we encounter both smaller and weaker creatures (though attacking in groups), as well as larger ones, characterized by greater resistance to attacks. The spells we "feed" them with are related to the four elements, and the matter is complicated by the fact that individual creatures are only susceptible to the action of specific types of spells. If we treat them with the wrong kind of magic, they can hurt or even kill us (forcing us to start the journey from the beginning).

Graphics

The graphic design of Grimoire Groves is maintained in a cartoon style.

Videos and Screens

[1:20] Grimoire Groves - Gameplay Trailer

88%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Positive (34)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Gameplay Mechanics: Many users praised the new swing mechanics, stating they feel realistic and immersive, making the game enjoyable and challenging. The game is noted for its technical depth and learning curve.
Graphics and Presentation: The visual quality of the courses and overall graphics received positive feedback, with users appreciating the aesthetic improvements over previous versions.
Course Designer: Players enjoyed the expanded options in the course designer, allowing for more creativity and customization.
Replayability: The game offers various modes and challenges that enhance replayability, with many users finding the career mode engaging.
Realistic Experience: Some users highlighted the realistic golf experience, stating that it feels rewarding to improve and master the game.

The main cons of the game

Monetization and VC System: A significant number of reviews criticized the in-game currency (VC) system, describing it as a "pay-to-win" model. Users felt that the nerfing of VC gains and the increase in costs for upgrades created a frustrating grind that encourages purchasing VC with real money.
Progression Issues: Many players expressed dissatisfaction with the slow progression system, stating that it takes an excessive amount of time to level up characters without spending additional money.
Technical Issues: Users reported various bugs, crashes, and slow loading times, particularly in menu navigation, which detracted from the overall experience.
Competitive Balance: New players felt at a disadvantage against those who had early access, leading to concerns about matchmaking fairness.
Gameplay Complexity: Some users found the new swing mechanics to be overly complex or difficult to master, especially for casual players.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

Masters Tournament: Some players noted the absence of iconic tournaments like the Masters, which they felt should be included in a golf simulation game.
Chat System in Multiplayer: Users expressed a desire for a chat or emote system in multiplayer modes to enhance communication and social interaction.
Customization Options: There were complaints about the limited cosmetic options available at launch, with players wanting more variety in clubs and character customization.
Improved UI/UX: Many reviews mentioned the need for a more intuitive user interface, with less lag and more responsive menu navigation.
Offline Mode: Some players expressed a desire for a more robust offline mode, as the game currently requires an internet connection for most features, limiting accessibility.

Summary

Overall, while PGA TOUR 2K25 has received praise for its gameplay and graphics, the monetization strategy and technical issues have led to significant criticism from the player base.

Summary generated on: March 31, 2025